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Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

• Wrote copy for a broad range of communications, including ads, social posts, case studies, profiles, enewsletters, CEU presentations, sales presentations, whitepapers, web copy, mobile news articles, product brochures and more• Collaborated with consultants, account executives, other associates and clients on strategy, concept development, project options and details• Contributed to company expertise by researching and understanding evolving trends and practices

Grand Rapids, Mi

I interned at Revue Magazine from summer 2010 to summer 2011. I covered classical music for the publication from fall 2016 to spring 2018. • Overhauled online listings system and created training guide• Conceptualized and implemented comprehensive dining guide • Wrote monthly features and Q&As on classical music, dance and visual art• Reviewed concerts for the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival and the Grand Rapids Symphony

I contributed articles, recipes and photography to Clean Eating Magazine.

Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area

At the GRS I worked with the development and marketing teams to create engaging content for patrons. I coordinated events celebrating the diverse community and collaborative spirit of West Michigan. I also managed MySymphony360, a new membership program designed to engage younger audiences in music. • Managed communications for 150+ members of young professional program• Wrote and edited press releases, media alerts, program books articles, blog posts, copy for brochures and… Show more At the GRS I worked with the development and marketing teams to create engaging content for patrons. I coordinated events celebrating the diverse community and collaborative spirit of West Michigan. I also managed MySymphony360, a new membership program designed to engage younger audiences in music. • Managed communications for 150+ members of young professional program• Wrote and edited press releases, media alerts, program books articles, blog posts, copy for brochures and invitations, eNews and social media• Facilitated appearances on radio and TV and pitched stories to press• Coordinated networking events, galas and fundraisers for up to 350 patrons Show less

Interlochen, Mi

At Interlochen Center for the Arts, I worked with a small team to launch the Logan Arts Leadership Institute and Olio, two initiatives introducing youth to the practices of arts leadership, online publishing and digital curation. I also worked with Interlochen Public Radio on special marketing and media projects.• Launched virtual leadership institute and produced webinars• Oversaw social media and websites for multiple media projects • Created online art publication and managed… Show more At Interlochen Center for the Arts, I worked with a small team to launch the Logan Arts Leadership Institute and Olio, two initiatives introducing youth to the practices of arts leadership, online publishing and digital curation. I also worked with Interlochen Public Radio on special marketing and media projects.• Launched virtual leadership institute and produced webinars• Oversaw social media and websites for multiple media projects • Created online art publication and managed student editorial team • Authored articles and news releases to cover Interlochen events Show less

Greater New York City Area

• Wrote capsule reviews and a feature story• Transcribed and edited interviews for web-based Q&A’s

Charleston, South Carolina Area

• Covered Spoleto Festival and Piccolo Spoleto Festival events with print, web, and photography• Collaborated with colleagues to devise social media strategies • Designed interactive graphic highlighting festival artists

Syracuse, New York Area

• Assisted in planning of a communications course, "Diversity and Disney Princesses" • Investigated Disney franchise using LexisNexis and other research databases• Designed posters, timelines, and social media strategy to advertise enrollment

Online

• Recorded, edited and contributed commentary to podcasts• Designed logo for iTunes podcast using Adobe Illustrator

Syracuse, New York Area

• Pitched and wrote several local news features and album reviews• Organized listings for annual entertainment guide

Syracuse, New York

• Profiled musicians for company publications• Assisted in production of online instructional piano video• Addressed subscriber inquiries and updated subscription databases

East Lansing, Michigan

• Spearheaded recruitment of class that doubled chapter size• Revised Membership Education Program for hands-on effectiveness• Facilitated weekly lessons on music, leadership, and other topics• Acted as chapter delegate at 2009 National Convention in Phoenix, AZ

East Lansing, Michigan

• Critiqued poetry and fiction manuscripts for final literary publication• Organized open mics, used book sales, and other events to promote journal• Contributed to discussions about journal's adaption to online forms

East Lansing, Mi

• Tutored student athletes in writing, social studies, math, and science

M.A. Arts Journalism, Arts Journalism

Activities and Societies: Film Geek Radio, Newshouse Contributed concert reviews to the Newshouse.com. Interned at Syracuse New Times.

B.A., English, Additional Major In Russian

Activities and Societies: Spartan Marching Band, Kappa Kappa Psi, Red Cedar Review, Russian Club, Student Athlete Tutor, MSU Undergraduate.